This past year we introduced a new design concept -- the center-balanced equatorial mount (or CEM) called the ZEQ25. Now, we're proud to introduce the CEM60! -- with an increased payload of 60 lbs! The CEM60 puts the weight of the payload at the center of gravity allowing for greater natural stability. This makes the mount extremely light compared to its payload--a nice benefit when setting up at a remote site. And polar aligning is quick and accessible all the time since the polar scope is not blocked by the declination shaft.

The CEM60 is equipped with the most advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO technology, making it one of the most powerful and accurate GOTO mounts available. Its database includes over 300,000 objects. The other features include an adjustable counterweight bar, magnetically loaded gear system, gear switches on both R.A. and DEC axes, screw/worm type latitude adjuster and built-in or customized cable management system. The CEM60 - a new category (and payload capacity) of mounts for viewing and astrophotography.

(Tripod/Pier not included.)

iOptron at NEAF 2014 -- Sky & Telescope

Mount

Center-balanced Equatorial Mount (CEM)

Payload

60 lb (27.2kg), exclude counterweight*

Mount weight

27 lb (12.3kg)

Payload/Mount weight ratio

2.22:1

Material

All metal (except GPS cover)

Latitude adjustment range

0°~ 70°

Azimuth adjustment range

± 8°

Right Ascension worm wheel

Φ146mm, 288 tooth aluminum

Declination worm wheel

Φ146mm, 288 tooth aluminum

PEC

PPEC

PE

< ±5 arcsec p-p

Counterweight shaft

Φ28x 450 mm Stainless Steel

Counterweight

21 lb (9.5 kg)

Mount base size

Φ150 mm

Motor drive

Stepper motor

Resolution

0.06 arc seconds

Slew speed

1×,2×,8×,16×,64×,128×,256×,512×,MAX(~3.75°/sec)

Power consumption

0.6A(Tracking),1.1A(GOTO)

Power requirement

12V DC 2A

AC adapter

100V ~ 240V (included)

Polar Scope

AccuAlign
TM dark field illuminated, 2 arc min

Level indicator

Level bubble

Dovetail saddle

8” Losmandy/Vixen dual saddle

Hand Controller

Go2Nova® 8407+ 359,000 objects database, star recognition

Meridian treatment

Stop (0-15° pass), auto flip

GPS

Internal 32-channel GPS

Autoguide port

ST-4

Communication port

Serial port

PC computer control

Yes (ASCOM)

Cable management

4X USB, 2X DC12V (MAX 5A), 6P6C

Operation temperature

-20°C ~ +45°C

Tripod

Optional 2 "tripod Stainless Steel(8kg)/Pier (10kg)

Warranty

Two year limited

* These are only guidelines. Some telescopes are very long or very big for their weight and may require a larger mount. Remember also that imaging requirements are more rigid than visual observation.

I've owned this mount for several years now and have never had a problem. It is a fantastic mount for the money. Please not be silly and pay for paramount or other expensive brands till you have considered this.

I've recent used the Ioptron pole finder and now to 5 min unguided subs with a 10 inch RC

You can use the interface handset or connected to the of at the same time without causing any issues

10/10 product

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